Lot 38
  • 38

A gilt-bronze mounted Sèvres style porcelain centerpiece Paris, circa 1880

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • ceramic and bronze
  • height 14 1/4 in.; width 20 1/4 in.
  • 36 cm; 54 cm
The pink ground ceramic vase decorated with floral sprays and flower bouquet to the inside, a pastoral cartouche to the front and flowers to the back.

Condition

In good and fair condition, the gilt bronze with light tarnishing. The ceramic has not been restored. There are six white enamel beads lacking around the pastoral painted scene.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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